Dennis Dennehy Obituary

Just found out that Dennis passed today from my mom, when she read his brother's obit and saw mention. So sorry to hear about both.
Dennis was my dance teacher for about 13 years with Cashel and I will always remember his firm guidance. Even when I struggled, he never gave up on me and pushed me to want to do better.
Many of my favorite childhood memories revolve around Irish Dance and he was a big part of my love of the dance and drive to have it be apart of my life.
It was always a special treat when we could get him to "show" off during practice (even when his knees were giving him problems).
I ran into him at a "Nationals" years later, when I was dancing as an adult with another school, and it was nice to touch base with him.
I am 41 now, and stepped out of the Irish dance world (hopefully temporarily) when I had my twin girls. I'm learning to tap dance now, but my first love is Irish Dance. My four year old girls are right at my heels and I hope to facilitate in passing on the legacy that Dennis has passed on to so many others in this lifetime.

Many remember Dennis Dennehy as an Irish dancing instructor but I remember him as one of the greatest solo dancers of the 1950s. He had a terrific habit of whipping many of the male dancers from the Patrick Roche School. I was among the defeated and it was no shame to lose to Dennis. Nor was it any shame for a girl to lose to his wife Margie Bartishell, two wonderful people and wonderful dancers.

Marge, thought you'd like to know, that on March 6th. at the Village Tavern in Long Grove, Il. 20 -25 Kemper retirees will be celebrating the first annual Dennis Dennehy Cornedbeef Luncheon in his memory.


Steve Schoenrock

Sincere condolences.
Joan Bartishel (Charlie's wife)

I'm so sorry about the passing of Dennis.
You and your family are in my prayers....Denise Racky

Our sincere condolences to Kathy and the Dennehy Family.
Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
With our warmest sympathy,
The Mother McAuley Alumnae Office

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sorry for you loss. Love Helen Bartishel

Sorry to hear about your loss. Love to all. Betty Holland nee Bartishel.

Denis may God hold you in the palm of his hands.

Of all the teachers and coaches I've had, Mr. Dennehy stood head-n-shoulders above the rest! He could find strength, talent, and ability in his students that they never knew existed. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. May he remember us when we see him again.

I always loved Dennis Dennehy. He was such a wonderful man. What a huge loss. My condolences to the family.

Kathy and Family
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherished memories of working with Mr. Dennehy at the Gateway Feis and all the competitions throughout our 14 years of Feising.

May God hold you in the palm of his hands

Dear Margie, Dennis and Kathleen,
I am so sorry I was not able to come to Denny's wake. Many happy memories flooded my mind when I read his notice. Know you are all in my prauers. I know that Denny is having a great time with Pat Roche and the rest of the great Irish dance teachers. I send my love. Clohessy

Our sincere condolences to the Dennehy Family. Mr. Dennehy is a legend in the Irish Community. Fond memories of dancing and competitions. Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Theresa (Maxwell) Weiberg

To all the Dennehy Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have you to thank for the many fond memories of Irish dance days and the friends we have made and kept. May you rest in peace.

Dear Margie and Family: I am truly sorry for your loss. I am fortunate enough to be one of those early students, and have many great memories of all the fun times we had together. You & Dennis will always be in our thoughts and prayers. He was a great guy, and will surely be missed by many.

Kathy...our sympathy to you, Conor and your family. We are sorry we were not able to pay our respects in person. Our prayers are with you.

Our condolences and prayers to the Dennehy family. I met him once and I cherish it forever. A sweet man and a greater person. Dance Mr. Dennehy as though no one is watching. God Bless you.

To the Dennehy family: My deepest condolences for your loss. Dennis "Mr.Dennehy" was an inspiring teacher who touched many young lives. May he be kicking them high in heaven. God Bless Dennis!

Dear Marge, Kathy & Dennis, we were so saddened to hear the news about Dennis. He will hold a special place in the hearts of our whole family. We have many fond memories of Irish dance lessons, competitions and Irish Fest when he announced the shows. He was a great Irishman. You are in our thoughts and prayers, the Boeings

Marge, Kathy and Dennis,
We are deeply saddened for Mr. Dennehy's death. Dennis was a wonderful person, talented and loving, and we know that you and your family have suffered a great loss. We always enjoyed Dennis's company and respected him so much.
With our warmest sympathy,
John, Kitty and Lindsey Moesle

Margie, Kathy and Dennis:

Dennis brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget him or his wonderful sense of humor. Toes are tapping in heaven now. God speed, Dennis.
Margaret Racky Voris and family

On behalf of the Faherty DeMenezes Academy of Irish Dance, please accept our sincere and deepest sympathies. Dennis will be sadly missed. He was a lovely man and a very kind adjudicator to any and all dancers who had the honour of competing for him. May he rest in peace.

My condolences to the family and friends of this true gentleman and the Spirit of Irish Dance in Chicago. We shared a workplace at Kemper,and he loved to chat with any and all about Irish Dance, even if my daughter was with Trinity! May the wind be at your back, Dennis. Safe Home.

Dennis & Family,
Our thoughts are with you at your time of sorrow.

Marge, Kathy and Dennis, our deepest sympathies on the loss of such a great man. Dennis made so many wonderful contributions to the world of Irish dance. He will be greatly missed all over the world. He was a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Rose, Pat, Colleen, Jennifer and Shannon Anderson (Johnson)

With deepest sympathy to the Dennehy family. Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. We admired Dennis for his leadership, diplomacy, support and kindness. We will remember him for his friendship. -- Greenfire Academy, Toronto, ON

Marge,Kathy and Dennis
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss of a husband and father.Dennis was a true and honourable gentleman.A worldwide respected teacher ,adjudicator and examiner who could brighten the day with his ready smile.He will be a great loss to the world of Irish Dance.
Fondest memories.
Kathleen Brian and Sinead Clifford-Lightley Coventry England

You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sad to hear this news.

Phil and Brigid Ventura (Broihier)

The Irish dancing world has lost a treasure. Our thoughts and love go out to the Dennehy family from Marion, Roisin and all at the Turley Academy,Coventry, UK.

Kathleen, Conor and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Condolances to the Dennehy Family - Dennis was my manager and co-worker at Kemper for many years. I considered him a dear friend and will miss him and his great sense of humor.

Ed and Agnes Brown
Mundelein, IL

Saw obit and remembered many dancing lessons with you and Pat Roche. My prayers are with you and your family. Mickey Egan McGuire

Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Marge, Kathy and Dennis. Irish dancing and the world has lost a great man. Dennis is a legend that influenced so many peoples' lives. He is fondly remembered as a teacher, adjudicator, examiner, mentor and friend.
The teachers and families of the Butler Fearon O'Connor School of Irish Dance (California, USA and Ontario, Canada)

Sincere condolences to the Dennehy family. Dennis was a wonderful person, an inspiration to all. He will be missed.

Our sincere condolences to the Dennehy family and the entire Irish Dance Community. Both have lost a patriarch.

If it wasn't for Dennis' influence, a lot of our dance schools would not even exist and our children would not be involved in this activity they love. He has truly touched the lives of more people then he could ever know.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and community.

Please accept our deepest sympathy. We are keeping all of you in our prayers at this difficult time.

Foy School of Traditional Irish Dance

Sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Mr. Dennehy, may all of your happy memories of better time bring you joy and may God grant you strength to endure your lost

Our sincere condolences.

Marge, Kathy, & Dennis,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May God bless all of you with comfort and healing through this difficult time. Dennis was an amazing man and will truly be missed!!
Love,
Kitty, Liz, Scott, John Heinzman and everyone at Ardán Academy

Dear Margie and Family: I am truly sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of all the dancing practices, shows, and trips we had together. You & Dennis will always be in our prayers. He was a great guy to have known. Love: John Woulfe

To Marge, Kathy and Dennis and all the Dennehy Dancers past and present, our heartfelt sympathy and prayers. Dennis was truly a grand gentleman in the world of Irish dance -- dedicated, genuine, kind, professional. Wishing everyone touched by Dennis, the comfort and love of family and friends.

I am so grateful to Uncle Dennis and Aunt Marge for opening the world of Irish dancing to me. My best and my parents' best to Aunt Marge, Kathy, Dennis and Connor at this time of sorrow. But it is also the time of remembrances of the unique man my Uncle Dennis was and the joy he brought to so many. He was in his own way a wonderful Irish leprechaun. But if he heard me say that about him, he would say, "But where is my pot of gold?" Dan Dennehy

Dennis has left behind a legacy that spans continents and has positively impacted so many poeple in ways I'm sure he never imagined. His love of heritage and his effort to preserve and pass on its culture will reach into the future for many generations. We in the Milwaukee Irish Dance community mourn your great loss.

"Dennis - so sorry for your loss. You and the rest of your family

Heartfelt condolences to the Dennehy family and the entire family of Irish dance. Dennis was an enormous influence on the lives of so many and he will be missed very much.

To Marge, Kathy and Dennis - Dennis was a true Irish gentleman. Not only a great teacher, adjudicator, leader and loyal friend, but an outstanding ambassador for the Irish Dance World. May the beautiful memories you shared be a source of comfort during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP

To the entire Dennehy Family and the Community of Irish Dance. Our Condolences and Fond Remembrances of a gifted and great Teacher & Friend to so many. Mr Dennehy influenced and taught so many folks to not only do a lively jig, but to smile and treasure family and the culture of the Irish History. RESPECTFULLY Remembering an American Legend. GOD'S Blessing The Finn Family

Dennis - We are so sorry for your loss. You and the rest of your family will be in our prayers as you journey through this difficult time. Speak of your dad often, it will help keep his spirit alive. We are here for you.